US Bridges

US 3 over Nhrr(abd)

Good

Merrimack County, New Hampshire · 3.2 MI Franklin Tl · Structure no. 008801620009900

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
31 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,534
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 3 over Nhrr(abd) is a concrete frame carrying US 3 over Nhrr(abd) in Merrimack County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older than the New Hampshire average of 56.9 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 6,534 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,670 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesUS 3
CrossesNhrr(abd)
Location3.2 MI Franklin Tl
RouteU.S. Route 3
Coordinates43.42741, -71.65271
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.9 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,534 (2023)
Projected traffic9,670 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$314,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 3 over Nhrr(abd) built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 3 over Nhrr(abd) in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.

How much traffic does US 3 over Nhrr(abd) carry?

About 6,534 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US 3 over Nhrr(abd)?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns US 3 over Nhrr(abd)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.